In-orbit feasibility demonstration of supercapacitors for space applications

González-Llorente, Jesús; Lidtke, Aleksander A.; Hatanaka, Ken; Lakhdar, Limam; Fajardo, Isai; Okuyama, Keiichi

doi:10.1016/j.actaastro.2020.05.007

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“…The band observed at 1052 cm –1 is mainly due to −CO bonds as a result of exposure to atmospheric carbon and oxygen species . Moreover, the presence of bands at 1115 and 1348 cm –1 could be ascribed to CO 3 . − The bands at 1433 and 1250 cm –1 could be ascribed to the C–H bending vibrations . The Raman spectroscopy of the Ni–Mn based electrode is shown in Figure S3.…”

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“…Among them, supercapacitors are gaining popularity for space applications as they significantly overcome various serious limitations of lithium (Li)-ion batteries and are capable of withstanding the harsh environmental conditions encountered in space. , Moreover, the performance of supercapacitors with the decrease in temperature does not decline much in comparison to the currently used Li-ion batteries. Supercapacitors exhibit unique characteristics such as high power, long cycle life as well as eco-friendly nature, acting as a bridge between conventional capacitors (high power), − and batteries/fuel cells [good energy density (ED)] in terms of energy-power difference. − Some significant advantages of a supercapacitor are high power density (PD), high capacitance, low internal series resistance, broad operating temperature range, and negligible change in internal resistance with time, thus exhibiting high charging and discharging cycle life. − These excellent characteristics make supercapacitors promising for space applications, especially in small satellites …”

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Thermoelectric-Powered Supercapacitors Based on Ni–Mn Nanowires Driven by Quadripartite Electrolyte

Verma

Padha

Arya

2022

ACS Appl. Energy Mater.

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Thermal energy is copiously available, especially low-grade heat which is typically wasted as a byproduct without use. Tapping into this immense energy reservoir with cost-effective technologies may become a key element for an energy-sustainable economy and society. The utilization of this waste thermal energy holds great potential in space applications for generating electric energy without using a solar panel. With this approach of harvesting heat energy, Ni−Mn composite nanowire-based electrodes synthesized via the electrochemical deposition technique are used to assemble a thermoelectric-powered supercapacitor. For charging purpose, the thermoelectric phenomenon of a quadripartite gel electrolyte [K 3 Fe(CN) 6 + K 4 Fe(CN) 6 + KOH + PVA] is tested. High-grade flexible copper tape used as a substrate can withstand high temperature and is perfectly suitable for thermoelectric devices. The fabricated symmetric device attained a high specific capacitance of 556 F/g at 4 mA in addition to a high energy density of 173.75 W h/kg at 3 kW/kg. Moreover, the fabricated thermoelectric-powered device attains a maximum voltage of ∼60 mV as a result of a temperature difference in the range of 8−10 °C. The proposed supercapacitor offers opportunities for the development of future devices that simultaneously harvest and store energy.

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Thermoelectric-Powered Supercapacitors Based on Ni–Mn Nanowires Driven by Quadripartite Electrolyte

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Padha

Arya

2022

ACS Appl. Energy Mater.

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“…Electrical energy storage devices exploiting the good electrochemical features of graphene have been proposed since 2008 [ 62 ], and several graphene-based hybrid materials have been designed for supercapacitor components [ 63 ]. Presently, the supercapacitors are considered a new solution for space power supplies because they can overcome the main disadvantages of the lithium-based batteries [ 64 ]. These last devices, widely used as the main energy storage systems of satellites flying in low Earth orbits, face problems related to their mass and volume and also troubles when working under low temperature conditions.…”

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From Protosolar Space to Space Exploration: The Role of Graphene in Space Technology and Economy

2023

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This paper aims to analyse the state-of-the-art of graphene-based materials and devices designed for use in space. The goal is to summarise emerging research studies, contextualise promising findings, and discuss underway strategies to address some specific space-related problems. To complete our overview of graphene-based technology and address the relevance of graphene in the wide scenario of the space economy, we also provide an analysis of worldwide patents and the scientific literature for aerospace applications in the period 2010–2021. We analysed global trends, country distributions, top assignees, and funding sponsors, evidencing a general increase for the period considered. These indicators, integrated with market information, provide a clear evaluation of the related technology trends and readiness levels.

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“…The ground test results have sufficiently met, particularly concerning the percent of capacity contributions between the Li-ion cell and the SC. A feasibility study in [138], demonstrates that the supercapacitors can qualify in a radiation environment, high cycles life (>100K), testing and launching process for small satellite applications. The characterization of different battery technologies suitable for SmallSat applications is examined in [139] which has reported procedures and results of several environmental-related tests of performance degradations for Li-Po cells.…”

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A Comprehensive Review on Small Satellite Microgrids

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Lashab

Vasquez

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IEEE Trans. Power Electron.

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The Small Satellite (SmallSat) industry has recorded incredible growth recently. Within this class, among Mini-, Micro-, and Nanosatellites, the Cube Satellite (CubeSat) is primed for an explosion of growth. These satellites are fascinating for remote sensing, earth observation, and scientific applications. Remarkable attention from the space operators makes it valuable because of its low cost, cubic shape, less manufacturing time, lightweight, and modular structure. Among the various subsystems comprising the SmallSat, the Electrical Power System (EPS) is the most crucial one because unreliable power supply to the rest is most of the time detrimental to the mission. The EPS is formed by electrical sources, storage units, and loads, all interconnected via different power converters, the operation of which must be closely orchestrated to accomplish efficient use of photovoltaic power, optimal battery management, and resilient power delivery. At the same time, the EPS design must address a series of challenges such as size restrictions, high power density, harsh space environments (e.g., atomic oxygen, radiation, and extreme temperatures) which significantly impact the EPS electrical and electronic equipment. In terms of power systems, a SmallSat EPS can be considered a space microgrid owing coordination and control of distributed generation (DG), storage and loads in a small-scale electrical network. From this point of view, this paper reviews and explores SmallSat microgrid's research developments, energy transfer and architectures, converter topologies, latest technologies, main challenges, and some potential solutions which will enable building a more robust, resilient, and efficient EPS. The research gaps and future developments are underlined before the paper is concluded.

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In-orbit feasibility demonstration of supercapacitors for space applications

Cited by 16 publications

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Thermoelectric-Powered Supercapacitors Based on Ni–Mn Nanowires Driven by Quadripartite Electrolyte

Thermoelectric-Powered Supercapacitors Based on Ni–Mn Nanowires Driven by Quadripartite Electrolyte

From Protosolar Space to Space Exploration: The Role of Graphene in Space Technology and Economy

A Comprehensive Review on Small Satellite Microgrids

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